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Historical Markers and War Memorials in St. Clair County
Belleville is the county seat for St. Clair County
Adjacent to St. Clair County, Illinois
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A modified McDonnell Douglas DC-9, the C-9A was the only aircraft in the US Air Force inventory at the time specifically dedicated to the movement of litter and ambulatory patients. The name "nightingale" was selected by the chief nurse of the 375th . . . — — Map (db m162351) HM
During the Berlin Airlift, also called Operation Vittles, he instituted operation Little Vittles by dropping small parachutes laden with candy from his C-54 aircraft to the children of Berlin, while motivating Berliners to never give up hope, his . . . — — Map (db m184339) HM
Col Young's Air Force career spanned the formative years of air mobility. His insight and dedication proved instrumental in establishing the early organizations charged with proving airlift support to the nation. As the Air Transport Command (ATC) . . . — — Map (db m184143) HM
Mobility warrior and national hero, Col. Jackson was awarded the Medal Of Honor, for his actions on 12 May 1968 at U. S. special forces camp at Kham Duc, South Vietnam. Piloting his C-123 at 9,000 feet over the camp , he began a rapid descent to . . . — — Map (db m183907) HM
Colonel Lane is a charismatic leader whose security and force protection initiatives prepared mobility airmen for the 21st century, after serving as a jet propulsion specialist, he was commissioned in 1976, he stood up MAC'S Volant Scorpion program . . . — — Map (db m177534) HM
This Sabreliner was accepted by the Air Force on October 31, 1961. Initially assigned to the Air Training Command, Randolph AFB, Texas, it was then transferred to the Air Force Communication Command at Richards Gebaur AFB, Missouri, from 1975 to . . . — — Map (db m225183) HM
Engineer, visionary, and entrepreneur, his aircraft design revolutionized commercial and military air transport. While the Douglas DC-3 and DC-4 passenger carriers became the C-47 and C-54, the workhorse transports of World War II. It was his C-142 . . . — — Map (db m184155) HM
One of the many who helped transform the fragile flying machine into the United States Air Force. Born in Braddock, Pa. on December 2, 1883. Corporal Scott was a crew chief mechanic with the U.S. Army Aviation School, at College Park, Md. On . . . — — Map (db m224207) HM
World War I fighter pilot, World War II Commander of Air Forces in Europe and the Pacific, First Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force in 1947, and Air Refueling pioneer. He commanded the "Question Mark"—A U.S. Army C-2A Fokker Transport Aircraft—in . . . — — Map (db m184028) HM
Commanding the Atlantic Division of the Army Air Force Transport Command (ATC) in 1945, he over saw the consolidation of resources from several of ATC's wartime divisions into a new Atlantic division responsible for airlift service between the . . . — — Map (db m183864) HM WM
Although a bomber pilot most of his career, he became—as Commander in Chief, Military Airlift Command from July 1979 to June 1981—the Air Force's primary advocate for Airlift modernization and a visionary for mobility forces. He pushed forward the . . . — — Map (db m184150) HM
A veteran of three wars—World War II, Korean, and Southeast Asia—with nearly 40 years of military service, he conceived planned and directed a wide variety of combat aerial delivery methodologies while commanding the 314th troop carrier wing and the . . . — — Map (db m184340) HM
Instrumental in establishing the United States Transportation Command, he was commander in Chief (1987 -1989) of the new Joint Command, while serving as Commander-in Chief of Military Airlift Command (1985 -1989), the first "dual hatted" . . . — — Map (db m184473) HM
As Commander, United States Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command, General Ronald R. Fogleman inspired and drove unprecedented organizational transformation that made a lasting impact on global mobility. Recognizing the importance of a . . . — — Map (db m177523) HM
General Tom Ryan was a leader known for his unwavering commitment to the mobility mission. As Vice Commander (1977 - 81) and then Commander (1983 - 85) of the Military Airlift Command. General Ryan presided over mobility operations in support of . . . — — Map (db m184685) HM
General Kross visionary leadership molded America's global reach for the 21st century, yet he always credited the team. As Ustranscom's Director of Operation, he managed the deployment of U. S. combat power to the Middle East during the Persian Gulf . . . — — Map (db m184540) HM
First Lieutenant, United States Air Force
Congressional Medal of Honor.
Extraordinary heroism in airdropping supplies in the Argonne Forest.
October 1918.
Flight Training Scott Field, 1917, — — Map (db m188271) WM
Serving as Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans, Headquarters Military Airlift Command (1960-1983), he helped conceive, develop, and bring to fruition numerous airlift enhancement and modernization programs including the C-5 Wing modification, . . . — — Map (db m183872) HM
Boeing's 367-80 prototype jet transport, first introduced in May 1954, became the basis for the KC-135. On September 1, 1954, Strategic Air Command ordered the first 29 of its future 732-plane fleet - almost one KC-135 for each B-52 bomber. First . . . — — Map (db m162345) HM
Air power visionary and pioneer, Lt Gen. Eaker secured approval of the Chief of the Air Corps, refined air refueling procedures, selected planes and crews and served as the chief pilot for the "Question Mark" record setting endurance flight of 150 . . . — — Map (db m184341) HM
Recognized as the "first leader of Airlift" He commanded the Air Corps ferrying command from April 1942 to June 1942 and its successor organization, The Air Transport Command from June 1942 to September 1946 in those position he directed the wartime . . . — — Map (db m184181) HM
Although he served in the U.S. Military for 35 years from 1923 to 1958, it was not until 1948 that he began to make his mark as an airlifter. As Commander of the Berlin Airlift task Force, he established the airlift flow into and out of the city, in . . . — — Map (db m183848) HM WM
His vision for airlift's role in national defense earned him recognition as "the father of military airlift command." During World War II, he commanded the India-China Division of the Air Transport Command, which was responsible for supplying China . . . — — Map (db m183869) HM
In April 1942, he resigned as President and Director of American Airlines to enter the Army with a commission as Colonel in the Air Corps ferrying Command, which two months later became Air Transport Command (ATC). As ATC's Chief of Staff and Deputy . . . — — Map (db m184148) HM
He rose from an aircraft mechanic in the Arkansas National Guard in 1929 to lead the Air National Guard (ANG) from 1953 to 1963 and the National Guard Bureau from 1963 to 1971. By insisting on realistic training for the ANG, according to active duty . . . — — Map (db m184083) HM
A champion for special operation and realistic combat training, General Patterson played an integral role in modernizing Air Force Special Operation and Combat Rescue. As military airlift command's {MAC] o0n - scene commander for airlift forces, he . . . — — Map (db m184328) HM
In his 30 years in the Air Force (1954-1984), he served in a variety of leadership roles, from Commander 374th tactical airlift wing to HQ Military Airlift command Deputy Chief of Staff, for operation and personnel. He had a direct, pervasive and . . . — — Map (db m184474) HM
General Williams was one of the Air Force's most experienced airborne tacticians. He was awarded his pilot wings in Feb 1918 and served in pursuit bomber and training squadrons, during WWII, he planned the employment of air transport squadrons . . . — — Map (db m177204) HM WM
An aviation pioneer of huge historical statue, he served as aircraft mechanic for Billy Mitchell during aerial gunnery and bombing test in 1921; Charles Lindberg for the "Sprit of St. Louis" Goodwill Mission to Mexico City in 1927; and Carl Spaatz . . . — — Map (db m183923) HM WM
An aviation pioneer, she earned her pilots license in 1930 at the age of 16 and her air transport rating in 1933. In 1942 she was instrumental in establishing under Air Transport Command (ATC), the women's auxiliary ferrying squadron, a predecessor . . . — — Map (db m183959) HM
Two aviation events during the 1920s had a significant impact on air mobility. During June 1923 U.S. Army Air Service aviators flew two Dehavilland DH-4 aircraft on four missions designed to prove the viability of air-to-air refueling. The first . . . — — Map (db m184730) HM
The second significant air refueling event occurred January 1 - 7, 1929, with the flight of the Qfuestion Mark, The Question Mark a U. S. Army Air Corps Fokker C- 2A Aircraft and two Douglas C-1 aircraft took to the skies to prove that aircraft . . . — — Map (db m184742) HM
Built during Scott Field pre-WWII expansion period. It was removed from service in 1976, following the completion of the Illinois Highway 158 bypass. With the addition of two new gates, Scott AFB became a closed installation and the old Highway 158 . . . — — Map (db m183216) HM
Sergeant William Pitsenbarger exemplified the highest professional standard and traditions of military service. In 1965, he was assigned as a para rescue crew member to DET 6, 38th Air Rescue and recovery squadron, Bien Hoa Air Base, Vietnam. He . . . — — Map (db m183924) HM WM
He received The Medal of Honor for his selfless heroism on the night of 24 February 1969 while serving as loadmaster on an AC-47 gun ship over Long Binh, South Vietnam an enemy 82-MM motor shell landed on top of the gunship right wing, exploding . . . — — Map (db m183926) HM WM
Sir Alan was an aviator pioneer and a significant contributor to air mobility through his historic aerial refueling experiments. He earned his pilot wings with the RAF during World War I. Following the war, he became the first aviator to . . . — — Map (db m184507) HM
Dedicated to the freedom of those Americans missing and held captive in South East Asia.
Planted on the State of Illinois Day of Concern for POW's and MIA's. — — Map (db m224111) WM
A genuine steel beam from the ruins of the World Trade center rests atop a replica of the twin towers, made of brushed steel in the same style as the fallen towers, soil from the State of Pennsylvania the Pentagon shaped planter constructed of . . . — — Map (db m183261) HM WM
The heritage of the Airlift/Tanker Association began when members of the 834th Air Division held their first reunion in Las Vegas Nevada in the summer of 1969. The purpose of this first gathering was to maintain the bonds of brotherhood and . . . — — Map (db m183814) HM WM
Anton Schott A doctor of philosophy and religion, Schott was a history professor before coming to the
United States and settling in Shiloh Valley. His love of reading and learning inspired him
to create the German Library Association of St. . . . — — Map (db m187825) HM
On January 5th, 2000 at 4:23 a.m. Shiloh Police Officer David Martin reported a floating object with 3 bright lights in the sky above Shiloh. Other witnesses said the UFO floated slowly and had no engine noise. Lebanon, Shiloh, Millstadt and Dupo . . . — — Map (db m224145) HM
The Village of Shiloh was originally called "Three Springs" because of three nearby natural occurring springs. The Tamoroa Indians often camped near the springs for a source of water. Folklore from around 1785 mentions the Indians seeing a "Hairy . . . — — Map (db m224149) HM
Clydesdales were developed in the valley of the River Clyde in Scotland. Originally used as a work horse, the Clydesdale has become a very popular parade horse. A typical Clydesdale stands 16.2 hands high and weighs anywhere between 1600-2200 . . . — — Map (db m224150) HM
To the memory of the boys from Shiloh and Shiloh Valley Township who made the supreme sacrifice in all wars
"They shall not have died in vain" — — Map (db m224143) WM
The end of the American Revolution brought a surge of settlers to the Illinois Country. To meet their spiritual needs the Shiloh Log Chapel was erected on this site in 1807.
This hallowed ground became the final resting place for the brave . . . — — Map (db m224144) HM
This memorial honors all American Veterans who , although separated by generations, shared a common, undeniable goal-to valiantly protect our country's freedom.
Let it stand as a constant reminder from a grateful nation - they will not be . . . — — Map (db m169919) WM
Lets us hold in honored memory those who gave their lives, and those who have served their Country that mankind may hope for a better World. — — Map (db m170696) WM
Narrow test trenches were dug into the south and east sides of Mound 50 that showed this was a low, dome-shaped mound built in at least two stages and probably dates to the 1200s. Several large pits were dug into it and at least two large posts . . . — — Map (db m161396) HM
Mound 51, or Persimmon Mound, was an oval platform mound. It has been reconstructed since the original mound was sold for fill by a former owner. Excavations done when the mound was being leveled identified a couple building stages, some hearths and . . . — — Map (db m161395) HM
Here lie the mortal remains of many Mennonite pioneers who left their homes in Europe in search of a place to live and worship as their non-violent faith directed.
In the 1840's the first families settled in this area, engaging in farming and . . . — — Map (db m190713) HM
Born in Angelbachtal, Baden-Wurttemberg in present-day Germany, Hecker studied law at the University of Heidelberg.
Hecker was one of the leaders who championed for democratic reforms in the 1848 uprisings in Germany. Like many other . . . — — Map (db m228249) HM
In honor of all who served during the Korean War
25 June 1950 - 27 July 1953
United States Casualties
54,268 Dead
103,284 Wounded
8,177 Missing
7,140 POW
"Freedom is not free" — — Map (db m190073) WM
Christopher Columbus Smith 1861 - 1939
created the sport of motor-boating in 1893 by installing a motor in a wooden boat and launching it in the St. Clair River at Algonac — three years before Henry Ford installed one in the first . . . — — Map (db m123945) HM
This Greek Revival home was built by Charles H. Beers around 1849. In 1914 it became the home and office of Dr. Walter E. Bostwick, who died in 1943. His widow, Cordella Sheill Bostwick, lived in the house until her death in 1948. In 1949 the . . . — — Map (db m123876) HM
Saint Andrew's Parish
Beginning in 1845 the Reverend Andrew Jamieson, an Anglican missionary, served Saint John the Baptist Church on nearby Walpole Island, Ontario. In the early 1860s, Jamieson (1814-1885) established a mission in Algonac. . . . — — Map (db m123873) HM
The St. Clair River is part of the connecting channels between Lake Huron and Lake Erie. It is a 40 mile strait that flows south from Lake Huron to Lake St. Clair. The river serves as a navigational passage as well as an ecosystem for a great . . . — — Map (db m124058) HM
The St. Clair River is part of the connecting channels between Lake Huron and Lake Erie. It is a 40 mile strait that flows south from Lake Huron to Lake St. Clair. The river serves as a navigational passage as well as an ecosystem for a great . . . — — Map (db m124059) HM
For more than a century, Algonac has played a leading role in ship building, from sailing cargo ships to large pleasure craft, racing boats and World War II landing craft. Between 1921 and 1932 Christopher Smith and Gar Wood built ten Miss . . . — — Map (db m123847) HM
Erected 1905 in memory of the soldiers and sailors 1861 to 1865
St. Clair County KIA Vietnam
John Frederick Anthony•
John J Bailey•
George Patrick Barrett•
William Thomas Bass Jr•
Robert Louis Bauer•
Robert Joseph Bawal•
Raymond . . . — — Map (db m217775) WM
Scottish immigrants from Glasgow settled in Berlin Township in 1841. Ten years later, twenty-four of them founded the Almont Society of the New Church. They followed the teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-17720), a Swedish mathematician, . . . — — Map (db m155039) HM
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In the 1830s, numerous Catholic settlers immigrated to the Anchor Bay area. Having no formal church, the settlers were intermittently pastored by missionary clergymen. In 1847, Etienne (Stephen) Rose and his two sons constructed a . . . — — Map (db m152884) HM
In grateful appreciation of our Parish Historian, Paul Torney, who through long hours of research and dedication, with help and support from his wife Shannon and working with Father Joe Esper, Gail Zabowski and Cemetery Director Robert . . . — — Map (db m166257) HM
Led by Bishop John Samuel Foley, the Diocese of Detroit purchased this land from Ephise Rosset in February 1914. The property became a new burial ground for Immaculate Conception of Blessed Virgin Mary after the church's first cemetery, St. . . . — — Map (db m155896) HM
In 1830 Etienne (Stephen) and Mary Rose arrived in Detroit from Montreal. They settled with their children near here. Rose and his sons supported the family by cutting and selling wood at fifty cents a cord. In 1840 the Roses bought about . . . — — Map (db m155892) HM
Capac's Early Railroad Depots
In 1870 the Port Huron and Lake Michigan Railroad Company, later the Grand Trunk Railroad, opened a rail line and depot in Capac. Judge Dewitt C. Walker, Capac's founder, later recalled that "the shrill noise . . . — — Map (db m155045) HM
In 1866 this bell was mounted on the first school located on the northwest corner of East Church St. and Walker St. In 1879 the bell was removed to the three story brick school on this site. It was used until 1932.
Restored the year of Capac . . . — — Map (db m179793) HM
Ira Township Veterans
"In memory of those who served"
Morris Ray Latour • Stanley Chodacki • Fred Finedell • Bernard David • Norman Spens • Donald Claeys • Stephen Lord • James Thibault — — Map (db m217696) WM
Built in 1925 by the Chicago Bridge and Iron Works, this steel-framed water tower was the main water supplier for "The Colony on the Ste. Claire" — a secluded residential community established in Clay Township during the 1920s. The Colony . . . — — Map (db m152071) HM
At this site April 1977
The Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources purchased the first 45 acres of the St. John's Marsh Project. The money was raised by the Lake St. Clair Advisory Committee and given to the state for the purchase.
Two time . . . — — Map (db m213949) HM
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish
Father Lawrence Kilroy established Catholic churches throughout St. Clair County during the early nineteenth century. In Kenockee he founded a cemetery and the "log church," the precursor of Our Lady of Mount . . . — — Map (db m155047) HM
Lake Huron Water Supply Project
In 1968, to serve the water needs of a growing population, the Detroit Metro Water Department began work on the Lake Huron Water Supply Project. This massive feat involved erecting a submerged intake crib . . . — — Map (db m88947) HM
With the metro Detrolit area growing, a new Lake Huron water intake and treatment plant was needed to serve both the Detroit and Flint areas. In 1968,
the Detroit Metro Water Department began a massive $125 million project of digging a water . . . — — Map (db m235474) HM
The state legislature set off Wales Township from Clyde Township on March 27, 1841. It was considered one of the finest agricultural districts in St. Clair County. In 1889 citizens voted to build a town hall. On November 8, 1890, the township board . . . — — Map (db m154892) HM
This house belonged to the
family of Jacob Harsen. A
gunsmith and fur trader
who arrived here about
1778, Harsen was the first
white settler on the
island. On this site he
built a log home which was
destroyed by a gunpowder
explosion. The . . . — — Map (db m233527) HM
Stewart Farm. This is likely the oldest farm
complex on Harsens Island. Harvey
Stewart, a brewery and distillery
owner from New York State, came to
the Michigan Territory in 1810. He
served as a guide and messenger to
General William . . . — — Map (db m233529) HM
Anchor from the steamer New Orleans built in Marine City, Michigan 1885. Sunk in Thunder Bay by the steamer William Linn 1906. Recovered by Jack Thompson 1973.
Donated by Jack Thompson 1985 — — Map (db m217803) HM
Rudder of the tug
Protector
U.S. 170400
139.4 X 30.6 X 15.4 409 tons
Last major wooden vessel
built in Marine City
Sydney C. McLouth Shipyard
1919 — — Map (db m218019) HM
City Hall of Marine City was placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior in 1982. Constructed in 1884, it was designed by the noted architectural firm of George Dewitt Mason and Zachariah . . . — — Map (db m218015) HM
This house was likely built in stages between around 1855 and 1885 and reflects the prominence of David and Laura Rice Lester. David Lester (1823-1890), a shipbuilder, a ship owner, and a salt producer, played a key role in Marine City's economic . . . — — Map (db m41189) HM
East China Township was set off from China Township in 1859. In 1868 Harriet J. Comstock, an heir of pioneer Andrew J. Westbrook, sold a parcel of land to School District No. 2. A frame school, built on the site prior to 1853, was replaced by this . . . — — Map (db m169599) HM
Bell from the bell tower of the Emily Ward Academy. Academy started 1845. Building built 1847 by Eber Brock Ward.
Donated by: Carroll Brown — — Map (db m217807) HM
Freighter propeller recovered from St. Clair River north of Marine City by divers Fred Dufty, Leo Dupuis, Terry Lisk and John Trevaskis. — — Map (db m217794) HM
In 1856 Detroiters Eber Brock and Mary Ward deeded approximately one and one-half acres of land along the Belle River to establish Greenwood Cemetery. As a result of several additions, the burial ground comprised 14.2 acres by 1922. Renamed Woodlawn . . . — — Map (db m176823) HM
City Hall of Marine City was built in 1884 designed by the firm of George Dewitt Mason and Zachariah Rice, Detroit. Mason, principal designer, chose to reflect a style popularized by the Boston architect Henry Hobson Richardson and now known as . . . — — Map (db m123788) HM
Father Gabriel Richard received this triangular plot of land by way of a grant from President John Quincy Adams on April 1, 1825. This area, known as Catholic Point, contains, among other buildings a church, a rectory, a convent, the former high . . . — — Map (db m41196) HM
Built in 1884 at a cost of $12,300, this edifice has served continuously as the seat of local government. Marine City was incorporated as the village of Marine in 1865. It became Marine City in 1867. The first village president was David Lester, a . . . — — Map (db m123786) HM
Dedicated by the labor organizations to those Honored Patriots of Marine City who fell in the -1914- World--War -1919-
★ Henry Bashore ★ Wm. C. Sharp ★ Emil Hund ★ Wm. Regan ★ Wm. Lawrence — — Map (db m218011) WM
Emily Ward established the Newport Academy about 1845 to provide educational opportunities for area children. Miss Ward was a niece of Samuel Ward, the founder of Newport (now Marine City), and the sister of Eber Brock Ward, a shipping magnate and . . . — — Map (db m41199) HM